Lubelski
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
2.5–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.2 mL
Poland
Talus
Alpha acid
8.1–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Lubelski
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Talus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Lubelski
SpicyMagnoliaLavender
Only in Talus
GrapefruitCitrusRosePineResinTropicalSagePotpourriCreamStone fruitWoody
Property
| Property | Lubelski | Talus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 8.1–9.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–4% | 8.3–10.2% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 34–39% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.2 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–35% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 16–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | 9–13% |
| Farnesene | 10–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |